Clown
Conway Twitty · Latest Greatest Hits [Warner Bros] [1984]
Like walkin' on a high wire, Lord, it scares me half to death
You're always high above me and I'm always fallin' down
Our love's just a circus baby, and I'm just the clown.
And I'll do tricks for you, just like you want me to
I'll do anything it takes just to hang around
I'll paint a smile for you to cover up my frown
'Cause our loves a circus and I'm just the clown.
Everyone's in love with you, but they just look at me and laugh
And I'll bet when they see me cry, they think it's just an act
Ah, but someday when it's over and we bring the big top down
You can say it was one big circus and I was just the clown.
And I'll do tricks for you, just like you want me to
I'll do anything it takes just to hang around
I'll paint a smile for you to cover up my frown
'Cause you love the circus, but you don't love the clown...
Clown
Conway Twitty's "Clown" stands as a poignant example of his mastery within the country music genre. Recorded during a prolific period of his career, the track showcases Twitty's signature baritone and his ability to convey deep emotional resonance through straightforward storytelling. As a staple of his extensive discography, the song reflects the artist's consistent ability to blend traditional country instrumentation with heartfelt narratives that resonated with audiences across decades. Twitty's work on this recording highlights his status as one of the most successful figures in country music history, known for bridging the gap between traditional sounds and contemporary appeal. The song remains a significant song in his body of work, demonstrating the enduring quality of his songwriting and vocal delivery that defined his legacy.